Theodosia Throckmorton is in even more trouble than usual. And as readers of her first adventure, Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos, know, trouble is one of the many things that find Theodosia on a regular basis. Among the other things that seem to find their way to Theo: ancient Egyptian curses, power-hungry madmen seeking to control the world, mummies that walk the Earth, and the most terrifying thing of all: Theodosia’s Grandmother.
During her previous adventures, Theodosia was introduced to the nefarious Serpents of Chaos, an organization that seeks to engulf the world in chaos and violence. And when Theodosia accidentally reactivates the Staff of Osiris, an ancient Egyptian object with mysterious power over the dead, the Serpents of Chaos want in on the action. It will take all of Theo’s considerable ingenuity and spunk to stop their evil plan – but first she’ll have to get away from the many governesses hired by her grandmother.
The second book in the Theodosia Throckmorton series delivers with nonstop action, good history, sly humor, and a delightfully precocious protaganist. A few characters from the first book are not who they seem – and is Theodosia’s grandmother actually showing signs of – gasp – humanity?
These books aren’t just a load of fun – they’re also beautifully made with great attention to detail. The cover art is striking, and the spine is designed to look like an old leatherbound book. The old-book look is continued with the thick stock of the paper, slightly old-fashioned typeface, and an uneven deckle edge. Finally, if you peek underneath the jacket you’ll find an old map of London where a curious reader can follow Theodosia’s adventures.
This is a great choice for Percy Jackson readers who are chomping at the bit waiting for the final book, or for anyone who likes their heroes smart and sassy. I’ll be looking forward to more from Theodosia.
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